Lists

Despite pockets of economic turmoil, the number of billionaires around the world expanded to record 1,826, including 290 newcomers. While ten-figure fortunes surged in China, the U.S. still dominates the rankings. Bill Gates is No. 1 again, and Warren Buffett, at No. 2, is the world’s biggest gainer.

Magazine

Iceland's Thor Bjorgolfsson was on the brink of financial ruin. Instead he managed to hold onto key assets and bought time to pay off creditors. Here is the story of how he negotiated his way back into the billionaires club.
read »

Asia has a record number of billionaires on the new Forbes Billionaires List out yesterday, a sign of great prosperity. Yet many pillars of the Asian business landscape are now in their twilight years. Among them, Asia’s richest man, Li Ka-shing, is 86.
read »